How many syllables in “millefleur”?
syllables in "millefleur"
Word details
Syllables
3
mil · le · fleur
Letters
10
m · i · l · l · e · f · l · e · u · r
Scrabble
15
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About the word “millefleur”
The word “millefleur” contains 3 syllables, divided as mil · le · fleur. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "millefleur" have?
"millefleur" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "millefleur" into syllables?
"millefleur" is divided into syllables as: mil · le · fleur.
What is the Scrabble score for "millefleur"?
The Scrabble score for "millefleur" is 15 points.
Using “millefleur” in writing
Three-syllable words like "millefleur" (mil · le · fleur) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “millefleur” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.